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Basic Dutch course | Level 0 - A2

Christina Touse
Christina Touse
Basic course

I started learning Dutch because I live there and I want to speak the language of the country where I live. I found this language school through many searches and reviews I've seen on the internet. My experience with the class was nice, the book was good and the teacher was very friendly. She was methodical and communicative. Everything was very good for me. I don't use Dutch that much because I don't work. But every time I go somewhere I try to speak Dutch and I now know when to speak Dutch.

Olga Alexandri
Olga Alexandri
Basic course

I recently moved to the Netherlands. That's why I wanted to follow a Dutch course. I searched the internet and found Learn2speak Dutch on the Supergreek site. After contacting my teacher Effie, I thought I had found what I was looking for. The pace of the classes is appropriate for a working mom like me. The book is very understandable and the contact with Dutch people really helped me a lot. This is amazing! I highly recommend Learn2speak Dutch and thank you so much for making my move to the Netherlands easier. Thanks Effie!

Katerina Messi
Katerina Messi
Basic course

I want to learn Dutch because I have been living in the Netherlands for 2 years and I also work in the country. I found Effie and Learn2speak Dutch on Facebook. Everyone says she is the best of all teachers, so I chose her. The book is very good and interesting and the pace is good enough. I find the teacher very good and friendly. In the beginning I found everything difficult, because Dutch is a difficult language. I now feel I can write better. I speak Dutch in the supermarket and with some friends, but I still don't feel very comfortable. It'll come.

Anna Stathopoulou
Anna Stathopoulou
Basic course

I started the course because I have been living in the Netherlands for almost four years. The teacher was recommended to us because the explanations are in Greek. The classes were very good, everyone could participate. The book and the pace was easy to follow and the teacher was very clear with explanations. I thought reading in Dutch was difficult. Now I can do it without any doubt. I now also use Dutch at work and that helps with understanding the language.

Vasilis Basas
Vasilis Basas
Basic course

I think you should learn the native language if you live in another country. I think it's polite to the people of this country. I've heard about Learn2speak Dutch from other students and I chose it because the teacher is also Greek, so it's easier for me to learn. My experience with the classes has been very positive. The book and pace fit very well into my busy schedule and the teacher is very clear and easy to follow. I've always found grammar the most challenging, but not anymore! I use Dutch in my daily life: in the supermarket, at the butcher's, in the shops, but also to have (for now) simple conversations with native speakers.

Konstantinos Tsoumas
Konstantinos Tsoumas
Basic course

I started learning Dutch because I am going to study in the Netherlands. I found Effie through Facebook and I really liked her lesson plan. I really liked the pace of the lesson and the structure. The book is a step-by-step guide to learning the language and culture, so it's very easy to follow. I had some problems with grammar, but with Effie as the teacher, everything was understandable. I haven't come to the Netherlands yet but when I do I will use it as much as I can.

Julia Sdrinia
Julia Sdrinia
Basic course

I live in the Netherlands and I wanted to speak the language. I often tried to learn Dutch, but I couldn't speak it. I found the Learn2speak Dutch school in the Super Greeks Facebook group. I chose this school because the teacher is Greek. I found the book very good and very useful. The teacher is very professional. She is patient and explains the language very well. She can see where your problem is and she always finds a way to help you. She encourages you and that gives you energy to move on. In the beginning I found it difficult to speak Dutch but now I am braver to speak Dutch. Now I use Dutch more often in the supermarket and at work.

Manos Christodoulakis
Manos Christodoulakis
Basic course

I started learning Dutch to be able to communicate with my colleagues. I found you through Facebook. My experience was very good, the lessons were a lot of fun! The book was easy to understand and the pace was easy to follow. Effie (the teacher) is very nice and very helpful. The grammar was the hardest. I still find it difficult, but not as much as before the course. I often use Dutch in the supermarket and sometimes at the doctor’s.

Florion Pushi
Florion Pushi
Basic course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I work and live in the Netherlands. I found Effie through a colleague at work, she recommended her. The lessons are helpful, my Dutch is much better now. The teacher explains everything well. I couldn't understand much with reading or listening in the beginning, now I understand a lot more. I can now have simple conversations and ask questions in stores. At work I can understand my Dutch colleagues.

Marianna Psomopoulou
Marianna Psomopoulou
Basic course

I am learning Dutch because I want to work in the Netherlands. I found Learn2speak Dutch through Facebook. I first had a chat with Effie and I liked her. In the beginning I found it difficult that there are so many vowel combinations and the constant h, g etc. I really don't have that much contact with Dutch people, but I use Dutch when I go shopping or visit a restaurant.

Themis Sardis
Themis Sardis
Basic course

I wanted to learn Dutch, because I have been living in the Netherlands since 2018. I found Learn2speak Dutch through a colleague. I like the lessons and the book is easy to use. The teacher keeps a good pace in the lessons. The pronunciation was difficult in the beginning but not anymore. The teacher helps in every lesson. I can now use Dutch in the supermarket, in a cafe and in the shops.

George Skeparnakos
George Skeparnakos
Basic course

I wanted to learn to speak Dutch with my new colleagues. I found Effie through Facebook. I've liked her Facebook posts and her YouTube videos. The lessons are interactive. Vocabulary and grammar are easy to explain. The book is easy and clear. The teacher had perfect communication and made everything look simple. The pace was excellent. Speaking was difficult at first. Now it's not so difficult anymore. I use Dutch to communicate with my colleagues, do the shopping, order food and drinks, go to the movies and make appointments with Dutch friends.

Lena Valachi
Lena Valachi
Basic course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I wanted to be able to communicate with people here in the Netherlands. That can help me to get a better job. I started the Dutch course so that I can do daily activities myself. I found the school through a page on Facebook, I talked to Effie, I thought the way of learning was very smart and that's how I started the lessons.

For me, Dutch is a difficult language. In the beginning the book was also difficult, but with the help of the lessons and the way the teacher explains everything, it seemed simpler and more accessible. In the beginning I had the feeling I would never learn to say anything in Dutch. Now, being two years in the Netherlands, I can understand and use a few words, I feel very happy.

Now I use Dutch on a daily basis, during shopping and at work to communicate with my colleagues. I am very happy that I can now understand them sufficiently and do a few things myself.

Paschalina Garidou
Paschalina Garidou
Basic course

I wanted to get to know more about the Dutch culture. I wanted to communicate more directly with my Dutch colleagues and friends. I found Learn2speak Dutch through supergrieks.eu. I found the information about the Dutch language on the Learn2speak Dutch website very interesting. My experience with the classes is exciting! The book is very interesting, the pace is very good and we enjoy working in class. The teacher, Ms. Effie Alexiadou, is very organised, informative and creative! I find the pronunciation the hardest! Group lessons help a lot as we learn and improve with the other students in the course. I now use Dutch in many daily activities. That helps me to get closer to my Dutch friends and colleagues and to better understand the Dutch culture.

Penelope Giannioti
Penelope Giannioti
Basic course

I want to learn Dutch to make my everyday life easier, to find a better job and to be able to communicate with the Dutchies. Also, my daughter will start in a Dutch school soon so it will be useful to learn the language myself. I found Learn2speak Dutch online on Facebook. I chose this school because of the reviews of other students. Everyone recommended it and spoke very highly of it. I am very happy with the lessons. The online lessons are a perfect fit for my schedule. The lessons are engaging and easy to follow. I really enjoy the pair work activities and I always learn something new. The book is very interesting and effie our teacher is nice and patient with us. She always gives us tips about the language and cultural facts about the Netherlands and the way of life here. What I find the most difficult in Dutch is the speaking part. It's a bit intimidating for me to speak with other people but we practice a lot during the lessons and now I feel more confident about it. Now I use Dutch in my everyday life. When I go shopping, to order in a restaurant or to ask for directions. I will continue the lessons with Learn2speak Dutch until I reach my goals and I recommend everyone to join it!

Jiota Konstantinidou
Jiota Konstantinidou
Basic course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I decided to come and live with my partner in the Netherlands, who lives here permanently. Because of the pandemic, I wanted to take advantage of the time I was at home and learned Dutch. My partner told me he knew a lady who gives Dutch lessons online and so he introduced me to Mrs. Effie Alexiadou.

When I first started, I thought I couldn’t learn Dutch quickly. Every Thursday we had class, we were a group of 11 people and the climate was great. We all matched up as if we've known each other for years. The book was easy and practical and the way Mrs. Effie taught the class was understandable. In a short time I was able to make sentences myself.

t is very difficult to be in a country and not be able to communicate. Now, I can go shopping alone without any problems, I understand what people tell me and so my life in the Netherlands gets easier. I look forward to the end of our summer holidays and to start class again in the fall.

A friendly tip: in any country, even if you already have a good job, it's good to get to know the language… If you want to learn how to write Dutch? It’s a unique experience in Mrs. Effie's group. Thank you so much Effie for your patience!

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Follow-up Dutch course | Level A2 - B1

Julia Bekiai
Julia Bekiai
Follow-up course

I have been living in the Netherlands for 4 years and I wanted to speak the language for personal reasons but also for work purposes. A friend told me about the flexible lessons and that the focus of the lessons was on speaking Dutch in everyday life. That was exactly what I was looking for.

I had a great experience in all aspects. We had a good pace, with the group members at the same learning level. The book was clear and well structured, each time teaching a new and useful topic for everyday life. And the teacher patiently guided us during the lesson, was open to questions and asked for feedback. But what impressed me the most is how she listened to everyone and involved everyone, which made us feel comfortable making mistakes. What I found difficult in Dutch was the way the language is structured when you form a sentence. It is very different from the languages ​​I speak. However, after a while it makes sense to formulate the words in the Dutch way.

Sometimes Dutch is still difficult to speak, but that is a matter of time. I’ll to become more fluent in speaking. What I know for sure is that I am now more experienced in conversations that I did not understand before the lessons. I can also write a small essay when needed and communicate with my friends in Dutch. This makes me feel more involved in the Dutch culture and community, which is so important when you live and work in the country.

Dimitra Markopoulou
Dimitra Markopoulou
Follow-up course

I started my Dutch lessons after living in the Netherlands for 6 months. I believe that knowing the language of the place where you live gives you an advantage. You can always communicate in English, but a skill like talking the native language creates more opportunities, not only in your daily life, but also in your professional career. I found the school through a Facebook group for Greeks in the Netherlands.

I believe that learning a new language and culture through your native language makes it easier to understand and it creates the right connections in your brain to fully understanding. At the same time, the opportunity to take online classes and learn something new, during this period with the uncertainty of the pandemic, helped my decision to choose Learn2speak Dutch. I had a great experience with Effie. The choice of book, the different homework exercises and the methods of learning Effie follows fit perfectly with my busy work schedule. Effie fully understands and contributes to the best learning experience. I totally recommend her. In the beginning, pronunciation and accent were quite difficult for me. But after a while and with the books we used, it got easier.

At the moment I can understand and read almost 70% now. I'm still not quite sure about speaking Dutch in my daily life, but this is my goal until the end of this year. At the moment I use Dutch in the administrative tasks of my life here in the Netherlands.

Maria Saschamanoglou
Maria Saschamanoglou
Follow-up course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I have been living in the Netherlands for five years now. I wanted to speak the language in everyday life. I started the course because my employer wanted me to be able to use the language at work and to be able to consult colleagues or follow presentations in Dutch.

I found Effie through a Greek Facebook group where I asked for advice. Learn2speak Dutch was a smart option especially during Covid times as the course was online and I didn't have to travel anywhere else. It was also a fantastic opportunity to meet other Greeks.

The course was an amazing journey from A0 to B1 in a short period of just 1 year. The book was great with lots of grammar and words, as well as speaking, practice and everyday expressions. I often felt there was too much information and the pace was a little too fast, but Effie was always patient and helpful.

In the beginning I found speaking difficult but now I can have little conversations and I feel more confident talking to Dutch people.

Nowadays I mostly use Dutch at work with my Dutch colleagues, but also in everyday life whenever I have the chance. The whole experience gave me a feeling of being at home, no longer as an expat but as a true resident of the Netherlands.

Sofia Koustoulidou
Sofia Koustoulidou
Follow-up course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I live in the Netherlands and I think Dutch is an interesting language. I found Learn2speak Dutch on Facebook and I chose them because the reviews were very good.

I found the lessons very structured and the book suited my level well. The teacher was the best Dutch teacher I've ever had. Effie was very helpful and friendly.

I think I now understand Dutch better. I can read a newspaper and I understand the lyrics. I try to use more Dutch with my colleagues and family.

Maria Kourela
Maria Kourela
Follow-up course

I started the course because I wanted to learn Dutch, but mainly to find a job. I heard about this language school on a website (Super Greeks). They have very good reviews and the prices are very affordable.

I am very satisfied with the lessons and the teacher. The interaction between the teacher and me, but also with the other students, helped us a lot. At first I found the grammar and pronunciation difficult. I still do, but a little less. Now I understand much more.

I use Dutch every day and at work. Now I finally understand what the other people are saying, much more than I used to.

Melina Chrisanthopoulou
Melina Chrisanthopoulou
Follow-up course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I wanted to better understand the language. I started learning Dutch because I moved to the Netherlands 2 years ago and I wanted to speak the language. I thought Effie was a really good teacher. I chose Learn2speak Dutch because I knew from my friend that it is a good Dutch course. My experience with the classes was very good and interesting. Nt2 course from this language school is a real help, the pace is balanced and the teacher is my favourite. In the beginning I found listening difficult but now it is easier. Now I can speak Dutch daily with my friends, I also use it at work. I understand Dutch better now, I speak and listen to this language really well.

Dora Daouti
Dora Daouti
Follow-up course

I wanted to learn Dutch because my family lives in Amsterdam. So I started learning Dutch to understand what the Dutch say to me when I visit my family. I wanted to know more about this country and their way of life. I often visit the Netherlands. In the beginning I was looking for a language school in Greece but I couldn't find one. Then I found Learn2speak Dutch on the internet. I saw an add and called for information. That's how my online course started. At first I was hesitant because it was difficult and unprecedented for me. But once I started to understand some words and I started to make sentences, I really liked it. My teacher helped me a lot with the lessons. Now I can understand very well what I read. I still have a hard time speaking but I believe I’ll improve pretty soon.

Kosmas Spanidis
Kosmas Spanidis
Follow-up course

I am an architect and I started learning Dutch because I wanted to understand the culture. I also started a company in the Netherlands, so I wanted to be able to communicate with customers and understand the Dutch laws. I found this language school through a Facebook event when I was looking for online courses. I chose Learn2speak Dutch because I was looking for a Greek teacher, I thought I would learn the language faster because I'm Greek too. I also liked Effie's approach when she explained everything in the Facebook event. I absolutely loved everything.

The lessons and the workload were evenly distributed and I liked that we were a team trying to help each other get better. The teacher helped a lot to keep the team going and pushed us to reach all the milestones. The book was also good with different kinds of exercises and enough information. In the beginning I found it difficult to make complete sentences, but during the course I got better at it.

I think I can now respond more easily and quickly to a question or when someone is talking to me. I try to use the language every day. I sometimes speak to clients in Dutch and I speak very often with my colleagues at work. I understand most conversations in a meeting and I can read some documents or a newspaper.

Evi Vita
Evi Vita
Follow-up course

I started learning Dutch because I live in the Netherlands and I think it might help me to find a job. I also wanted to integrate into Dutch society and make Dutch friends. Coincidentally, I saw a post on Facebook while I was looking for online Dutch courses.

I took a first course and I liked the teacher and the way of teaching. I really liked the lesson itself. The book explained everything and it was well structured. During the course we were able to practice with all the information from the book. The teacher helped us with everything and she didn't stop at the information from the book but she always wanted to provide us with more knowledge. The purpose of the lesson was to learn Dutch, to be able to speak the language in real life. We, the classmates and the teacher, were a team. We supported each other. During the course I gained more confidence to apply my knowledge and to speak Dutch.

Where in the beginning it was difficult to formulate sentences, I think I conquered this, I also try to respond faster. I try to speak Dutch with friends and in everyday life, e.g. on the market.

Natasa Roukouni
Natasa Roukouni
Follow-up course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I have been living and working in the Netherlands since 2017. I wanted to be able to read books and watch movies in Dutch, as well as better understand the culture of the country. In the beginning I tried to learn Dutch on my own, but I quickly lost my motivation. Last year around September, I saw an add on a Facebook group about a trial lesson online, and I decided to give it a go. I really liked the teacher and the atmosphere in the class so I signed up for the A1 classes without hesitation. I haven't stopped since. Now, almost a year later, I will soon finish B1 level and move on to B2.

My experience with the classes is really great! Effie Alexiadou, the teacher, is not only very good at her job, but also a very nice, patient and smart person, which, in my opinion, is very important in any learning process. The pace is very good, we learned a lot of new things in a short time, but without feeling stressed or pressured. The online group is small, so after a while we all got to know each other and felt comfortable, so for me the class was more like a get-together with friends and less of an obligation. Another thing I really liked was that Effie made us feel like we could ask her anything, there are no stupid questions, so we weren't afraid to make mistakes. The books are also an excellent choice, they explain the grammar rules in a clear and precise way and they contain useful everyday vocabulary.

In the beginning, the hardest thing for me was to speak Dutch outside of class, in everyday life, I didn't have the necessary self-confidence. But with the lessons I find this easier and I am now less shy to speak Dutch! I started reading simple books in Dutch and also I can read the news on social media in Dutch which is very cool and useful! I have realized that learning Dutch is not that difficult and can even be a really fun process, if you use an effective method and you have the right teacher!

I can without a doubt recommend Learn2speak Dutch and Effie to anyone who wants to learn Dutch!

Angelos Iroidis
Angelos Iroidis
Follow-up course

Hi! My name is Angelos Iroidis, I am 25 years old and I am from Greece. I have been living in Utrecht since September 2020. I came here because I started as a Master student at Utrecht University. I wanted to learn Dutch because I would like to find a job in the Netherlands or in Belgium after my Master's. Moreover, learning Dutch is useful and practical for my life here in the Netherlands.

On Facebook I found Learn2speak Dutch after questions about a good school for Dutch lessons. In the end I chose Learn2speak Dutch because the courses are affordable. Secondly, we have classes for 2 hours a week and finally you can quickly go to the next level.

The book is good with nice pictures and a good structure for the new things like the grammar, the exercises, the words and so on. We also have access to the online material of the book where we can log in with our email and password. I think it is very important to be able to find all texts and exercises for listening and answers online on the website of the book. The pace is good; 2 hours a week is enough for each lesson. You still get enough time for your homework until the next lesson starts. I also like our teacher. As a group we are lucky because she is Greek so she first explains everything in Greek and then in Dutch. We always talk about our questions. She is nice and she understands that sometimes a student does not do his homework because his program is very busy with studies or anything else.

I think the structure of this language was a bit difficult in the beginning because it is very different from English or French for example. Now I understand better and I make fewer mistakes. It is also still difficult for me to understand, but I’ll become a winner with practice.

Finally, my level is now better than my level at the beginning of the lessons. I use Dutch as much as possible. Every day in the supermarket, in the shops, in the lab with my fellow students, etc. I also follow the news on online apps or I watch Dutch or Flemish videos on YouTube.

PS: Writing this text is the result after almost one year! Thank you Effie, Thank you Learn2speak Dutch!

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Advanced Dutch course | Level B1 – B2

Stavroula Papaspyridakou
Stavroula Papaspyridakou
Advanced course

When I moved from Greece to the Netherlands, I wanted to learn Dutch in order to integrate into society and get to know the lifestyle and culture. I also wanted to learn Dutch to have more job opportunities. After a few attempts with other language institutes, I finally looked for someone who speaks Greek so that he/she can explain everything in Greek. A friend recommended Learn2speak Dutch to me. I also knew Learn2speak Dutch and Effie Alexiadou through the internet and Facebook groups.

My friend was absolutely right! Effie was the perfect choice for me. Together we have reached the most difficult levels. She helped me with a simple and methodical way to learn Dutch quickly with private and group lessons. She uses practical and very useful books. The pace was perfect. Not too slow, not too fast. If one is working, he can easily follow the lessons.

And especially the teacher is great! Fully trained with an excellent knowledge of Dutch. Very helpful, consistent and supportive. Extra bonus: Effie works with teachers who are Dutch as their mother tongue, with whom we practice speaking. The perfect combination!

In the beginning I found speaking in Dutch and the syntax very difficult, not anymore! Now I am almost fluent and I can chat with my Dutch colleagues and talk about different topics. I can talk to my doctor, my son's teachers and other services.

I am very happy that I passed and obtained the B2 diploma NT2. Now I feel confident to speak Dutch everywhere. Now I can apply for more vacancies. If you want to learn Dutch quickly, easily and well, Learn2speak Dutch is the place. Highly recommended!

Mandy Seitanidou
Mandy Seitanidou
Advanced course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I lived and studied in the Netherlands. In the future I want to move back to the Netherlands and work there. A friend I met in college told me about Learn2speak Dutch. Then I tried an online class via Facebook and I really liked it. The teacher is so good, very friendly and explains everything clearly. The book we used was very good because it talks about interesting things that all foreigners in the Netherlands should know. The pace was good too, and everyone in our group helped each other. In the beginning the hardest part was understanding the Dutch accent and speaking Dutch. But we listened to a lot of Dutch texts in class and it got easier. Living in the Netherlands also helps, but we need to practice speaking to become more confident. Nowadays I use Dutch to listen to Dutch podcasts. I might try to use my Dutch to find a new job in the Netherlands.

Sofia Chatzopoulou
Sofia Chatzopoulou
Advanced course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I want to continue living in the Netherlands and make my daily life easier. It's easier to do my taxes, order a coffee, but also talk to my colleagues. I found Effie through Facebook. I saw that a lot of people had written good reviews for her. That's why I chose Learn2speak Dutch. I have the best experience with the classes. The teacher explains in detail all the grammar but also every word that I could not understand. The pace was very suitable for me and the book is the best for learning Dutch but also for taking the NT2 exams. In the beginning I found the pronunciation of the words very difficult but now it is easier with the help of my teachers. I use Dutch in my daily life but also sometimes at work. My daily communication has become easier.

Fani Traikou
Fani Traikou
Advanced course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I live and work in the Netherlands. It is very important for me to understand and speak Dutch. I have read many good comments on social media for Learn2speak Dutch. I spoke to Effie on the phone and I felt she is really good at her job. The books of the lessons are useful and pleasant. Effie and Myriam are calm and patient persons. They tried to help us in the best way. In the beginning I felt that grammar of Dutch is very difficult. I see now that many things are very simple. I try to use Dutch often. I speak it in the supermarket, at the municipality or with my neighbours. The Dutch appreciate if you try to speak their language. My top goal is to speak and write Dutch just as I speak and write in English. My dream is to be polyglot!

Sofia Grammatikopoulou
Sofia Grammatikopoulou
Advanced course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I live in the Netherlands permanently and I wanted to be able to understand the language. I found Effie and Learn2speak Dutch in an add on Facebook and one of the students told me about her. My experience with the classes was very good. I liked the way of teaching, the teacher is very direct with her students and the book had exercises with a good flow. What I found difficult at first was the grammar and that they sometimes speak Greek upside down! Now I use Dutch every day and I can communicate better with my colleagues! I'm very happy with that. Thank you Effie and Learn2speak Dutch!

Dimitris Vogiatzopoulos
Dimitris Vogiatzopoulos
Advanced course

I wanted to learn Dutch to expand my world and better understand Dutch culture. I found Effie through a Greek group on Facebook, she had very good reviews from fellow students. Pace, book and especially the teacher was really great! Grammar and sentence structure was really difficult for me in the beginning but it is getting better and better. I use Dutch in my daily life, I listen to the radio and I feel more integrated in Dutch society.

Angela Reizi
Angela Reizi
Advanced course

I wanted to learn Dutch because I came to live in the Netherlands. I believe that learning Dutch will make life easier for me, it will make my life in the Netherlands more enjoyable. I found Effie through social media and various groups on Facebook. I chose her because I’ve read good comments and the fact that we are both from Greece will make learning easier. My experience with the classes is very good. I found the book ''the final'' very practical. I am satisfied with the pace and the teacher. The teacher has experience and knowledge in learning Dutch as a second language. At first I found the pronunciation difficult, but not any longer. I obtained my diploma NT2 program II and now I use Dutch in my daily life but also at work. 

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